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Seneca, San Diego, CA
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Seneca

$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 134 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Roman trattorias are a timeless expression of simplicity. Immune to the lure of gastronomic experimentation and ego. In Rome, no chef can cook better than the mothers and grandmothers before them. Our goal is to merge the dogmatic approach of Roman cooking with the amazing abundance of ingredients available to us in San Diego. A True Roman Holiday In SD.

A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.

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From the OpenTable editors: Alabaster statues and trickling fountains add a Roman holiday-like ambience to this rooftop trattoria. Enjoy lighter spins on Italian food like wood-fired prawns and pizza made with three-day fermented dough. Seneca lives on the 19th floor of the InterContinental, so your Roman feast comes with equally delicious Marina District views.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 877-8642
  • Website
    https://www.senecatrattoria.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For information on parties of 7-8 people please reach out to us at (619) 877-8642. For parties larger than 8 we offer private dining, please visit or website www.senecatrattoria.com.
  • Location
    901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Parking details
    The InterContinental Hotel offers self-parking for $6 an hour as well as valet parking for $10 an hour. The entrance to the self-parking is on Bayfront Ct. We do not validate for parking.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Private Dining Room - $115 Three Course Set Menu

    $142.60 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Seneca, we do something special for groups of 9-14 guests, as we invite large parties to gather together and feast. "Convivium" is a fixed three-course, family-style meal priced per guest. There is an entry level option as well as a supplemented option with more food. You won't have to make any decisions, as we'll take care of everything, cooking up some of our favorite dishes from every section of the menu. However, because this is family style, all diners must choose the same option upon booking. Cancellations may be made up to 48 hours in advance of your reservation, any cancellations within the 48 hours are not eligible for refunds. Tax, 20% Gratuity, and 4% service fee applied at checkout.
    Private Dining Room - $115 Three Course Set Menu Photo

  • Private Dinng Room - $91 Three Course Set Menu

    $112.84 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Seneca, we do something special for groups of 9-14 guests, as we invite large parties to gather together and feast. "Convivium" is a fixed three-course, family-style meal priced per guest. There is an entry level option as well as a supplemented option with more food. You won't have to make any decisions, as we'll take care of everything, cooking up some of our favorite dishes from every section of the menu. However, because this is family style, all diners must choose the same option upon booking. Cancellations may be made up to 48 hours in advance of your reservation, any cancellations within the 48 hours are not eligible for refunds. Tax, 20% Gratuity, and 4% service fee applied at checkout.
    Private Dinng Room - $91 Three Course Set Menu Photo

Menu

Small Plates

  • Marinated Olives$10.00

    garlic, rosemary, bay, olive oil (Castelvetrano, Gaete, and Cerignola olives)

    • FOCACCIA GARLIC BREAD$12.00

      garlic butter, parmigiana

      • Misticanza Roman Salad$10.00

        italian greens, herbs, fennel, radish, flowers, lemon vinaigrette, parmigiano

        • Truffle Arancini$14.00

          creamy risotto fritter, black truffles

          • Wood Fired Prawns$22.50

            bagna càuda, fettunta

            • CAESAR SALAD$17.00

              hearts of romaine, parmigiana, garlic croutons

              • BEETS AND BURRATA$21.00

                local citrus, arugula, fresno chili, pistachio

                • SEASONAL PROSCIUTTO$22.00

                  apple, aged white cheddar, almond

                  • Salumi Tower$53.00

                    assorted charcuteries, burrata, pickled vegetables

                    • Caviar$98.00

                      bottarga butter, blinis, chives

                      • MEATBALLS AL FORNO$18.00

                        whipped ricotta, organic tomato, parmigiana

                        Pizza

                        • EZZO PEPPERONI$21.00

                          Organic Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Onion, Sicilian Oregano

                          • Calabrian Sausage$19.50

                            broccoli rabe, sweet peppers, mozzarella

                            • Funghi Misti$21.00

                              fontina, taleggio, sage

                              • Mortadella$24.00

                                mozzarella, prosciutto butter, pistachio, red onion, fermented serrano, parmigiano

                                • Margherita$18.00

                                  organic tomato, burrata, basil

                                  Pasta

                                  • MAFALDA CORTA CON CAVOLO NERO$26.00

                                    kale pesto, pine nuts, currants, chili oil

                                    • CASARECCE ALLA VODKA$26.00

                                      organic tomato, cream, chili flake, basil, parmigiano

                                      • Cavatelli Alla Sugo Di Angello$28.00

                                        lamb sugo, organic tomato, white wine, ricotta salata

                                        • Spaghetti Carbonara$27.00

                                          bacon, egg, black pepper, pecorino romano

                                          • Agnolotto Verde Di Tartufo$26.00

                                            potato, ricotta, mushroom cream

                                            • LINGUINE NERO & CLAMS$29.00

                                              Garlic, White Wine, Parsley

                                              • CACIO E PEPE AL FORNO$29.00

                                                pecorino romano cream, black pepper, pangrattato

                                                Entrées

                                                • WOOD GRILLED COSTATA$52.00

                                                  16 OZ NEW YORK STRIP, charred scallions, bone marrow butter

                                                  • Whole Grilled Fish$48.00

                                                    tomato confit, herbs, olivata

                                                    • Chicken alla Diavola$35.00

                                                      caramelized onions, spigarello, calabrian chile salsa

                                                      • VEAL PARMIGIANA$43.00

                                                        marinara, mozzarella, basil

                                                        • BISTECCA ALLA FIORENTINA$134.00

                                                          40 oz porterhouse, shoestring potatoes, salsa verde

                                                          • LASAGNA BOLOGNESE$58.00

                                                            organic tomato, ricotta, mozzarella, basil

                                                            Vegetables and Sides

                                                            $9 ea.

                                                            • GRILLED BROCCOLINI$9.00

                                                              calabrian chili, meyer lemon, parmigiana

                                                              • Cannellini Beans & Mustard Greens$9.00

                                                                pangrattato

                                                                • Fried Gold Potatoes$9.00

                                                                  peperonata, aioli

                                                                  • Crispy Brussel Sprouts$9.00

                                                                    n'duja vinaigrette

                                                                    Dessert

                                                                    • GIANDUJA BUDINO$13.00

                                                                      hazelnut, dark chocolate, cocoa nib, olive oil gelato

                                                                      • MELA DOLCE$13.00

                                                                        apple butter, "oatmeal cookie" cremeux, mugolio, fig swirl gelato

                                                                        • TIRAMISU$13.00

                                                                          espresso soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone mousse, coffee caramel, dark chocolate

                                                                          • TORTA DI BANANE$13.00

                                                                            tahini mousse, malted mascarpone, banana streusel, sesame gelato

                                                                            Last updated: March 20, 2025

                                                                            What 4,426 people are saying

                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                            4.7
                                                                            4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                            • 4.5Food
                                                                            • 4.6Service
                                                                            • 4.8Ambience
                                                                            • 4.4Value

                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                            Loved For

                                                                            • San Diego

                                                                              Most Booked

                                                                            • San Diego

                                                                              Most Booked

                                                                            Review summary

                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                            Seneca captivates with its "fantastic view and ambiance," making it a prime choice for special occasions. The service is often praised as "amazing," with standout servers like Victor and Pablo enhancing the experience. While some find the food average, others describe it as "phenomenal." The restaurant's atmosphere and views are consistently highlighted as exceptional.
                                                                            4,426 Reviews

                                                                            1. Edward

                                                                              San Diego9 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Every single thing here hits your untapped taste buds. The kitchen runs like a well oiled machine and the service is impeccable.

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                                                                            2. Mark D.

                                                                              Baja California5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Celebrating Dads birthday made this selection easy. Great views, tastes, and service.

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                                                                            3. Hana

                                                                              San Diego1 review

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              2/4 of the dishes we got were really good. Very upsetting we made a 10pm reservation and didn’t get sat until 1030. Disappointing that they will charge you and cancel your reservation if you’re 15 minutes late but don’t do anything on their end to make it up to you if they’re 30 mins late.

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                                                                            4. Manuel VIP

                                                                              Mexico City1 review

                                                                              2.0

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 1
                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                              Nunca nos avisaron del horario de cierre de cocina y barra ! Nos quedamos sin cenar bien

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                                                                            5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              Los Angeles1 review

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Definitely all about the ambiance, the food was average and the drinks weren’t that good

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                                                                            6. Aby

                                                                              Las Vegas1 review

                                                                              1.0

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 1
                                                                              2. Food 1
                                                                              3. Service 3
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Ambience was great. Food was low tier. You’re paying just for the view and aesthetic.

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                                                                            7. Salma

                                                                              Baja California3 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great food, excellent service and beautiful view!

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                                                                            8. debra VIP

                                                                              San Francisco27 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Wow, maybe the best food, service & ambiance I’ve had in the US this year. We are avid foodies, wine lovers & travel internationally for the Michelin list. This meal will linger in my memory for some time & it was entirely gluten free, so I imagine the regular menu is equally exceptional. This is a Roman style restaurant with great stylish ambiance & views of the water. We had the shrimp appetizer, mortadella pizza & the alla vodka. For dessert, there was gf tiramisu & a salted, caramel chocolate mouse —both delicious. The champagne menu didn’t disappoint either, both in quality & price range. The meal was paced perfectly & service was helpful, attentive & friendly. We will return!

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                                                                            9. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              San Francisco2 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Quite expensive, but the views and atmosphere was irreplaceable. Would eat again. But maybe stick to sharing a pizza or entree. And if you’re getting wine definitely talk to the Sommelier.

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                                                                            10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                              Los Angeles1 review

                                                                              3.0

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                              3. Service 1
                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                              The food was good, but the environment was so nosiy. Also, they took so long for everything.

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                                                                            FAQs

                                                                            Seneca is rated 4.7 stars by 4426 OpenTable diners.

                                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                            Make a reservation

                                                                            2 people
                                                                            SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
                                                                            7:00 PM
                                                                            Booked 134 times today
                                                                            Experiences are available.
                                                                            Google Map for Seneca

                                                                            901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101

                                                                            Additional information

                                                                            • Neighborhood
                                                                              Downtown
                                                                            • Hours of operation
                                                                              Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                            • Price
                                                                              $31 to $50
                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                              Italian, Seafood, Steak
                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                              Elegant Dining
                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                              Business Casual
                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                              The InterContinental Hotel offers self-parking for $6 an hour as well as valet parking for $10 an hour. The entrance to the self-parking is on Bayfront Ct. We do not validate for parking.
                                                                            • Payment options
                                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                            • Additional
                                                                              Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                            • Website
                                                                              https://www.senecatrattoria.com/
                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                              (619) 877-8642
                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                              For information on parties of 7-8 people please reach out to us at (619) 877-8642. For parties larger than 8 we offer private dining, please visit or website www.senecatrattoria.com.
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